Singapore

A 61-year-old bus driver, Ang Oon Leng, was sentenced to eight weeks in jail for negligence. He drove away while a 72-year-old passenger was still alighting, causing her to fall and suffer a fatal head injury. He also faces a five-year driving ban.

Former Senior Minister of State Koh Poh Koon has moved to the parliamentary backbench following his resignation from political office in May. Citing family reasons for his departure, the colorectal surgeon will now focus on his medical practice while continuing his duties as a Member of Parliament.

Singapore is proposing new laws to ban holding mobile devices while driving. This amendment aims to improve road safety by removing the requirement to prove active usage, making enforcement easier for police and reducing dangerous distractions that contribute to rising traffic accidents.

Action star Jackie Chan visited Pei Chun Public School to inspire students. He shared his humble beginnings, emphasizing the importance of hard work, resilience, and dreams. Chan encouraged pupils to practice kindness and give back to society once they achieve future success.

A five-vehicle collision on the AYE involving four lorries and a trailer left one driver trapped. Emergency responders used hydraulic equipment to rescue him. Four drivers were hospitalized, and police are currently investigating the incident which caused significant traffic congestion.

A Singaporean family finally secured National Day Parade tickets after twenty years of balloting. The 2026 event at the National Stadium offers increased capacity, though some traditional highlights like the Red Lions are excluded due to the venue's indoor nature.

Singapore celebrates 200 years of its modern legal system with a new heritage trail and commemorative stamps. The initiative highlights 20 key landmarks, exploring how the rule of law has shaped the nation’s development and the daily lives of its citizens.

Starting July 2, SP Mobility will take over over 1,000 ChargEco electric vehicle charging points in Singapore. Users can continue using the existing app during the transition, while SP Mobility maintains a price freeze for eastern HDB carpark chargers until May 2029.

Singapore’s High Court rejected a bankrupt man’s request to remove his private trustee due to a poor working relationship. The court ruled he lacked legal standing and failed to meet the high threshold required to challenge a trustee’s professional decisions.

Singapore's non-religious population rose from 20% in 2020 to 23.9% in 2025. Major faiths like Buddhism, Christianity, and Islam all declined significantly according to the latest survey data. Hinduism was the only religion noted to slightly increase its share among residents.

Preparatory reclamation for Long Island begins end-2026, impacting East Coast Park. Sea sports are restricted in Phase 1, but alternative sites are available until at least 2029. Fishing and land activities remain generally accessible despite potential disruptions.

Three doctors attempting to minimize taxes via complex corporate structures lost their High Court appeal. IRAS ruled the arrangement was artificial, noting that low salaries and excessive dividends lacked genuine commercial rationale.